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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1895
Page
2
An editorial condemns unskilled eye doctors and praises Prof. Samuels for curing eye ailments. It warns against a fraudulent ring and urges readers to seek legitimate care, noting Prof. Samuels will perform at the Hotel Throop for a short time longer.
Edward Anderson admits killing Swan Paterson with a hatchet on June 5 in a barn, then hid the body in a manger. He stole clothes from a trunk and Peterson's team and wagon, selling them to fund the crime. robbery cited as motive. A heavy jail guard protects Anderson amid fear of lynching.
London reports that Gladstone has withdrawn from his pairing with MP Charles Villiers over the Welsh church disestablishment bill. Liberals fear this move signals disaffection, while Unionists celebrate. The Westminster Gazette dismisses rumors of Gladstone's government dissatisfaction.
Sedalia Missouri reports the ninth annual Missouri Chautauqua assembly closing with large attendance. Col W F P Switzler spoke on The Early History of Journalism, Col John P Tracy on Education and the Influence of the Press, and D R Anthony discussed Possibilities of the Country West of the Mississippi River. A 300-voice farewell concert, Dudley Buck quartette, and other program items followed.
Consul General Karel reports to the State Department that Russia granted a concession for seal catching on the coasts of Grghalien St John s Island and other parts of the Sea of Okhotsk to a Russian company. A tax of 31.40 is to be paid Russia on each skin. Bolin's Shortage. Omaha Neb June 20 The checking up of the treasurer s books resumed by the bondsmen. Treas urer Bolin was at the office. Bonds man A L Swode who is managing the office for the bondsmen during the investigation opened the cage and handled all the money. The shortage will not exceed 10 000. Rich Find of Gas lot 4 Kan June 2 The Palmer Oil company struck gas at a depth of 800 feet in the estarey well near the suburbs of the city. This new gusher flows about 4 000 000 cubic feet of gas daily. This is the third one that has been struck in this city. The other two aggregate 12 000 000 cubic feet daily.
Nicholas Tully convicted of malicious mischief for touching a mine and causing an explosion in the Crippleries district about a year ago. The case outlines the harmful act and its reckless impact, reflecting ongoing legal action in Cal. June reporting.
Ressexy Kansas June 20 A movement in Russell county seeks repeal of the herd law through petitions for voter signers. The measure would require fencing all cultivated and grazing land. About 900 voters must sign before county commissioners act. Similar petitions are circulating in about 40 western Kansas counties.
G. Cleveland, farmer, arrives at Gray Gables pale and careworn after winter in Washington. He plans to stay at Buzzway Bay until October and shows renewed interest in his estate, grooming the farm for crop raising and personal supervision.
Secretary Hoke Smith of the interior department says he will restore Mies Key, granddaughter of the author of the Star Spangled Banner, to her place in the pension office as soon as the next fiscal year appropriation becomes available. Ottawa dispatch notes about 5 000 US settlers moving to Canada and a rising Mormon population in Alberta.
Not Lost as Had Been Feared report from Liserat Kansas states Granville Thomas and his wife are safe. They paused at a place during a Rock Island strip crossing due to Hood conditions in streams and were detained over a week, which led to rumors of disaster.
The Missouri on Wheels convention met in Sedalia to promote state resources via a traveling exhibit. Judge ZF Bailey opened the meeting, and officers were elected: Bailey president, W M Simms secretary, W H Owen treasurer. Delegates heard telegrams from St Louis and Kansas City boards of trade.
News in brief reports Mammoth Cave railway forced into receivership by hacks and stagecoaches competition. Intercontinental railway scheme shows progress. Windsor Missouri residents boycott Missouri Kansas and Texas over Kansas City extension. Gold reserves near 100 million. Cardinal Gibbons to appeal to the pope over Knights of Columbus edict. Georgia man threatens divorce with government wife. Colonel Breckinridge withdraws from fight until after convention. Kentucky silver issue result praised. Union Pacific promotes health and enjoyment under the Pact system with tours and tickets on sale. Topeka union pacific tickets advertised at 525 Kansas avenue.
Secretary Olney voids bank deposits for Cuban insurgent funds by strict neutrality rules. A Waco Texas bank asked if acting as depository would violate neutrality. Olney warns of criminal liability and possible forfeiture of charter for aiding hostilities, citing Supreme Court precedent on national policy bounds.
Perry Oklahoma June 20 Mrs Clara McGill a former New York society figure filed for divorce from Edward McGill in district court alleging cruel treatment since their marriage two years ago She left him after he failed to support her and she cites his court journal publication as part of the grounds Our Post offices Wassivnton June 20 post office receipts rose 1 730 953 year to March 31 with July 1 salary readjustments 3 406 offices 1 057 increased 303 decreased
St Louis Missouri June 20 Colonel Harry Guinsberk on governor staff returns from Jefferson City where he consulted the governor about the coming interstate encampment. Governor Stome has replies from Illinois Nebraska and Texas governors each pledging attendance with staffs. The secretary of war and several army officers will attend to inspect the encampment. Ex Senator J H Wood Injuries Fatal Mexico June 20 news reached Mexico that Wood who was hurt in a wreck on the Short Line road died at his home in New London Hallss county. He was a lawyer and Democratic leader.
News item reports a relief train forming to reach Eureka five miles out where a northbound Missouri Kansas and Rearsager train is in the ditch and overturned. The note mentions The Cheapest Excursion of the season with Bestrice Ned at 150 dollars round trip and a subscription push for the Daily Stave Journal.
Jarrxsson Crey Mo June 20 Yesterday's meeting of the Bankers Association drew a large crowd. A committee urged the legislature make bank robbery a capital offense and end treaties with Mexico adjacent countries to secure extradition of robbers. State Treasurer Stephens spoke on building and loan associations. Lacy Chandler of Mississippi Valley Trust read on US Torrens Land titles. Afternoon session adopted resolutions opposing free coinage with 16 to 1 ratio. Little of St Louis presented on sound money. Dr Woods spoke on The Model Bank.
In Guraniz Oklahoma on June 20 a band of outlaws tried to raid McKinley. Storekeeper C H Cristy his wife and a clerk held off the attackers until a revival service at the church brought the preacher and congregation armed with guns and revolvers who forced the bandits to retreat. The area remains under arms with threats of further trouble. Also in Minneapolis a stay of thirty days was granted in Harry Hayward’s case after questions about the Supreme Court’s discretion.
Sovurn McArester Oklahoma June 20 report of a dead unknown man and his horse found south of Ara beka. Youth is about 18, tall slim, light hair, short cut. Horse mouse colored with brand figures 2 on left shoulder and 3 on left hip. Supposed murder for money, no money on the body.
Chairman Mafit of the Democratic State Central committee dismisses County Committeeman Farris as a prospective visitor in St. Louis on June 20. Mafit says the convention call must come from the state committee and he will not heed requests from others.
In Hanover Kansas on June 20 a 60 year old farmer Joseph Shroyer who had vanished on June 6 was found hanging from a tree by his dog. The body showed advanced decomposition while the dog stood guard, a mournful scene noted after a dog’s bark drew investigators.
The Washington Sound Money League will print 1,000,000 copies of Senator Carlisle's speeches starting in Washington on June 20. The speeches are credited with aiding the Kentucky result and organizers hope to replicate the effect nationwide.
In cnarraxooea Tennessee on June 20 a car on the Lookout Mountain Incline railroad derailed about 200 feet from the Point hotel. W R Mitchell president of the Third National Bank of this city and author of Dollars or What aided M M Henderson both leaped to escape and suffered probably fatal injuries.
Ten prisoners escaped the county jail at Poplar Bluff Missouri during the night. Four of the escapees are murderers. A posse hunts the swamps and countryside for the missing men. One of the murderers was captured.
Secretary of War Dan Lamont and his party arrived by train in the forenoon, moving in two Pullmans. They proceeded to Jefferson Barracks where Lamont spent most of the day inspecting the post before continuing westward.
Cuana Nebraska June 20 A F Nichols cashier of the People's State Bank of Litchfield Nebraska was indicted by the federal grand jury for circulating counterfeit money The bank failed notably though details are scanty
Four remedies claim phenomenal sales and guaranteed results. Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds, Electric Bitters for liver stomach and kidneys, Bucklen’s Amica Salve for skin relief, and Dr King’s New Life Pills as a perfect pill. Dealer Fats tall on more, with daily tips from Boldat J. K Jones rug Store.
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